AAFB Blood Culture
Investigation of miliary tuberculosis.
Immunocompromised patients with disseminated atypical infection e.g. M avium complex.
Automated incubation and culture.
Further identification and susceptibility testing are provided following referral to Birmingham PHL laboratory
| Tube | BACTEC Myco/F Lytic culture bottle |
|---|---|
| ID | 3614 |
| Availability | Mon-Fri8.30-5pm |
| Additional Information | Suitable for investigation of blood samples or bone marrow. Discuss with Microbiologist before sending samples. Special blood culture bottles are required for this investigation. They can be ordered from the laboratory (ext. 23926 in hours or via switchboard out of hours). |
| Turn Around | Culture 60 days |
| Send to | LGI Microbiology Department |
| Collection Con | 10-20 ml of blood is recommended for this test. If these specific bottles are unavailable at the time required, then the blood or bone marrow sample(s) can be collected into lithium heparin tube(s) and transferred to the laboratory |
| IP Routine TAT | Culture 60 days |
| GP Routine TAT | Culture 60 days |
